Geriatric Case Manager – In-Home Support (MSW Preferred)

Socket.dev; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403(b) plan

Generous paid time off

Exclusive program discounts

Union benefits per CBA

Job summary

Greenwich House in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Social Worker to join Heights and Hills affiliate’s Case Management program. You will collaborate with staff to plan activities, conduct home visits, and support homebound seniors with comprehensive care planning.

The role requires MSW (or equivalent) experience, knowledge of aging, and the ability to navigate community services. Hybrid schedule; benefits include health coverage and PTO.

Qualifications

• MSW preferred; however, candidates with equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of social work theory, interviewing principles, community resources and public benefits eligibility.
• Awareness of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging and the impact of disabilities and illnesses on aging.
• This position involves home visits in Brooklyn and requires the ability to utilize public transportation and to be able to climb stairs to visit clients.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and appropriate information on services, benefits, and entitlements to the clients.
• Conduct in-home client assessments and follow-up visits to homebound seniors in need of services.
• Develop and follow through on care plans.
• Work with staff from other Heights and Hills departments to maximize service to clients and their families.
• Arrange for provision of services, advocate and intervene with other agencies.
• Maintain complete and accurate computerized case records and statistical reports.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies, service providers, and other relevant resources.
• May supervise and coordinate activities of volunteers and student interns.
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

MSW preferred

Social work theory

Interviewing principles

Public benefits eligibility

Aging knowledge

Public transportation use

Basic computer skills

Bilingual/cultural competency

Vive familiarity

Education

MSW

Tools

Microsoft Office

Vive

Job description

Greenwich House in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Social Worker to join Heights and Hills affiliate’s Case Management program. You will collaborate with staff to plan activities, conduct home visits, and support homebound seniors with comprehensive care planning.

The role requires MSW (or equivalent) experience, knowledge of aging, and the ability to navigate community services. Hybrid schedule; benefits include health coverage and PTO.